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Amelia Haynes

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Amelia is a Senior Associate and Solicitor based in Fragomen’s London office. As part of the Worldwide Private Client Practice, she advises families, high net worth individuals, entrepreneurs and global talent—including leading figures in the creative and digital technology sectors—on the full spectrum of UK immigration and nationality matters. She has extensive experience in complex discretionary applications outside the Immigration Rules, assisting clients in navigating exceptional circumstances and securing bespoke immigration solutions.

Amelia’s practice also includes strategic relocation planning, working closely with family offices, tax advisors and other professional partners to develop holistic immigration strategies aligned with clients’ long-term objectives. Alongside her private client work, she has extensive experience in corporate immigration, supporting businesses of all sizes in navigating the complexities of the UK’s sponsorship system and ensuring compliance within their immigration programs.

Having begun her career advising in asylum and human rights cases, Amelia remains deeply committed to supporting vulnerable individuals facing complex immigration challenges. As a core member of Fragomen’s pro bono team, she continues to provide legal assistance to those in need as part of her ongoing dedication to access to justice.

Education

  • BPP University, Professional Skills Course, 2024
  • BPP University, LL.M., 2022
  • BPP University, LPC, 2022
  • University of Sussex, LL.B., 2020

More from Amelia

Admissions

Court Admissions: Solicitor of the Courts of England and Wales

Professional accomplishments

Member, Law Society of England and Wales

Member, Immigration Law Practitioners’ Association

Publications and lectures

Co-author, “Navigating the Landscape of Cross-Border Remote Work: Social Security Cost Implications and Compliance.” Fragomen, 10 October 2024.

Speaker, “Global Talent (Tech Nation) | Private Client Practice.” Fragomen, 25 September 2024.

Speaker, “Significant Change to the EU Settlement Scheme.” Fragomen, 24 August 2023.

Amelia’s insights

May 13, 2026 | Webinar

Fragomen and Interstride Webinar Series: Post Study Visa Options in the UKRead more

October 15, 2025 | Blog post

British Citizenship for Adopted and Surrogate Children: What Families Should Know Read more

July 15, 2025 | Blog post

UK Partner Visa 2025: Is Cohabitation Still Required for Unmarried Couples?Read more
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Amelia’s insights

May 13, 2026 | Webinar

Fragomen and Interstride Webinar Series: Post Study Visa Options in the UKRead more

October 15, 2025 | Blog post

British Citizenship for Adopted and Surrogate Children: What Families Should Know Read more

July 15, 2025 | Blog post

UK Partner Visa 2025: Is Cohabitation Still Required for Unmarried Couples?Read more
More related insights

Amelia’s insights

May 13, 2026 | Webinar

Fragomen and Interstride Webinar Series: Post Study Visa Options in the UKRead more

October 15, 2025 | Blog post

British Citizenship for Adopted and Surrogate Children: What Families Should Know Read more

July 15, 2025 | Blog post

UK Partner Visa 2025: Is Cohabitation Still Required for Unmarried Couples?Read more
More related insights

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  • United KingdomUnited Kingdom

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  • English

Contact information

Email

[email protected]

T:+44 (0) 20 7090 9270

F:+44 (0) 20 3006 8633

London

Fragomen LLP

1st Floor, 95 Gresham St,

London EC2V 7NA

United Kingdom

Connect via Linkedin

Amelia’s insights

May 13, 2026 | Webinar

Fragomen and Interstride Webinar Series: Post Study Visa Options in the UKRead more

October 15, 2025 | Blog post

British Citizenship for Adopted and Surrogate Children: What Families Should Know Read more

July 15, 2025 | Blog post

UK Partner Visa 2025: Is Cohabitation Still Required for Unmarried Couples?Read more
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Fragomen LLP

1st Floor, 95 Gresham St,

London EC2V 7NA

United Kingdom

Connect via Linkedin

Amelia’s insights

May 13, 2026 | Webinar

Fragomen and Interstride Webinar Series: Post Study Visa Options in the UKRead more

October 15, 2025 | Blog post

British Citizenship for Adopted and Surrogate Children: What Families Should Know Read more

July 15, 2025 | Blog post

UK Partner Visa 2025: Is Cohabitation Still Required for Unmarried Couples?Read more
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Get in touch

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[email protected]

T:+44 (0) 20 7090 9270

F:+44 (0) 20 3006 8633

London

Fragomen LLP

1st Floor, 95 Gresham St,

London EC2V 7NA

United Kingdom

Connect via Linkedin

Amelia’s insights

May 13, 2026 | Webinar

Fragomen and Interstride Webinar Series: Post Study Visa Options in the UKRead more

October 15, 2025 | Blog post

British Citizenship for Adopted and Surrogate Children: What Families Should Know Read more

July 15, 2025 | Blog post

UK Partner Visa 2025: Is Cohabitation Still Required for Unmarried Couples?Read more
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Awards

Partner Karolina Schiffter Recognised in Lexology Index: Thought Leaders Global Elite 2027

Partner Karolina Schiffter is recognised in the Lexology Index: Thought Leaders Global Elite 2027 report.

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Blog post

Canada’s Immigration Dual Reality: Narrower Access, Persistent Demand

Partner Jack Kim discusses how Canada’s increasingly selective and complex immigration system is affecting talent access, retention and long-term workforce planning for employers.

Learn more

Blog post

UK Temporary Shortage List Review: What the Migration Advisory Committee's Recommendations Mean for Employers

UK Government Affairs Strategy Director Shuyeb Muquit explores what the recommendations mean, what’s still uncertain and what employers should be watching next

Learn more

Blog post

A1-Bescheinigung für Geschäftsreisen und Entsendungen: Was Arbeitgeber wissen müssen

In this blog, Senior Manager Katharina Vorländer explains when employers need an A1 certificate for employees traveling or working temporarily within Europe, the application process and how timely planning can help manage social security compliance risks.

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Awards

Fragomen Retains Band 1 Ranking & Receives Four Individual Rankings in Chambers High Net Worth 2026 Guide

Fragomen and UK team members are ranked in the “Immigration: High Net Worth Individuals – UK-wide” category of the Chambers High Net Worth 2026 Guide.

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Blog post

Establishing a Business Presence in Switzerland: Key Considerations for Employers

In this blog, Director Ana Bessa Santos explores what Swiss authorities expect from employers when assessing work permit applications—including why a well-developed business plan, realistic growth projections and evidence of a genuine operational presence are critical to supporting both initial applications and future permit renewals.

Learn more

Media mentions

Personnel Today: Migration Committee Proposes to Cut 24 Occupations From New Shortage List

Partner Louise Haycock discussed the Migration Advisory Committee’s Temporary Shortage List recommendations and the need for clear workforce plans and transitional arrangements.

Learn more

Media mentions

Business Insider: 3 Lawyers React to Trump's New Limits on Student Visas

Counsel Brian Hunt discusses how proposed changes to F-1 student visas could create uncertainty for international students transitioning to the US workforce.

Learn more

Media mentions

Deutscher AnwaltSpiegel: Rechtliche Risiken bei Mitarbeitereinsätzen aus dem Ausland

Senior Manager Katharina Vorländer explains how employers and clients can reduce legal risks during cross-border employee assignments in Germany.

Learn more

Blog post

Mainland vs. Free Zone in the UAE: Choosing the Right Company Structure in 2026

Senior Manager Zak Hynes explores the key factors businesses should consider when establishing a presence in the UAE—from operating model and visa requirements to banking, office needs and long-term growth plans—in our new blog. The right structure is the one that best supports your business strategy, not simply the lowest upfront cost.

Learn more

Video

2026 Regional Immigration Overviews | #MobilityMinute

Partner Catherine Macris highlights key findings from Fragomen’s 2026 regional immigration overviews, including tighter compliance controls, digital border transformation and emerging pathways for global talent.

Learn more

Media mentions

Gazeta Prawna: Unijny parasol nad pracownikami z Ukrainy rozpięty do 2028 r. Polscy pracodawcy mogą spać spokojnie, ale czas ucieka

Partner Karolina Schiffter discusses how the EU's extension of temporary protection for Ukrainian citizens through 2028 will affect employers in Poland.

Learn more

Awards

Partner Karolina Schiffter Recognised in Lexology Index: Thought Leaders Global Elite 2027

Partner Karolina Schiffter is recognised in the Lexology Index: Thought Leaders Global Elite 2027 report.

Learn more

Blog post

Canada’s Immigration Dual Reality: Narrower Access, Persistent Demand

Partner Jack Kim discusses how Canada’s increasingly selective and complex immigration system is affecting talent access, retention and long-term workforce planning for employers.

Learn more

Blog post

UK Temporary Shortage List Review: What the Migration Advisory Committee's Recommendations Mean for Employers

UK Government Affairs Strategy Director Shuyeb Muquit explores what the recommendations mean, what’s still uncertain and what employers should be watching next

Learn more

Blog post

A1-Bescheinigung für Geschäftsreisen und Entsendungen: Was Arbeitgeber wissen müssen

In this blog, Senior Manager Katharina Vorländer explains when employers need an A1 certificate for employees traveling or working temporarily within Europe, the application process and how timely planning can help manage social security compliance risks.

Learn more

Awards

Fragomen Retains Band 1 Ranking & Receives Four Individual Rankings in Chambers High Net Worth 2026 Guide

Fragomen and UK team members are ranked in the “Immigration: High Net Worth Individuals – UK-wide” category of the Chambers High Net Worth 2026 Guide.

Learn more

Blog post

Establishing a Business Presence in Switzerland: Key Considerations for Employers

In this blog, Director Ana Bessa Santos explores what Swiss authorities expect from employers when assessing work permit applications—including why a well-developed business plan, realistic growth projections and evidence of a genuine operational presence are critical to supporting both initial applications and future permit renewals.

Learn more

Media mentions

Personnel Today: Migration Committee Proposes to Cut 24 Occupations From New Shortage List

Partner Louise Haycock discussed the Migration Advisory Committee’s Temporary Shortage List recommendations and the need for clear workforce plans and transitional arrangements.

Learn more

Media mentions

Business Insider: 3 Lawyers React to Trump's New Limits on Student Visas

Counsel Brian Hunt discusses how proposed changes to F-1 student visas could create uncertainty for international students transitioning to the US workforce.

Learn more

Media mentions

Deutscher AnwaltSpiegel: Rechtliche Risiken bei Mitarbeitereinsätzen aus dem Ausland

Senior Manager Katharina Vorländer explains how employers and clients can reduce legal risks during cross-border employee assignments in Germany.

Learn more

Blog post

Mainland vs. Free Zone in the UAE: Choosing the Right Company Structure in 2026

Senior Manager Zak Hynes explores the key factors businesses should consider when establishing a presence in the UAE—from operating model and visa requirements to banking, office needs and long-term growth plans—in our new blog. The right structure is the one that best supports your business strategy, not simply the lowest upfront cost.

Learn more

Video

2026 Regional Immigration Overviews | #MobilityMinute

Partner Catherine Macris highlights key findings from Fragomen’s 2026 regional immigration overviews, including tighter compliance controls, digital border transformation and emerging pathways for global talent.

Learn more

Media mentions

Gazeta Prawna: Unijny parasol nad pracownikami z Ukrainy rozpięty do 2028 r. Polscy pracodawcy mogą spać spokojnie, ale czas ucieka

Partner Karolina Schiffter discusses how the EU's extension of temporary protection for Ukrainian citizens through 2028 will affect employers in Poland.

Learn more
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July 31, 2026 | United StatesUnited States: State Department Makes Permanent B-1/B-2 Visa Bond Program for Certain Countries and Increases Bond Amounts
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